Sony Electronics Introduces the LF-S50G Wireless Speaker with the Google Assistant built-in, a Smarter Way to Enjoy Music
Sony's LF-S50G combines Sony's high quality sound with the Google Assistant built-in.
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- 4:15am (13:15 CET/Berlin) Sony Electronics announced today the LF-S50G wireless speaker combining Sony's high quality sound with the smart features of the Google Assistant built-in. With the Google Assistant built-in to the LF-S50G wireless speaker users can start playing music, turn up the volume, or skip to the next track just by using their voice, starting with "Ok Google". Users can ask the Assistant on LF-S50G wireless speaker for a weather forecast or traffic information, or simply to set a timer for the eggs. The Assistant on LF-S50G can also control a growing number of smart devices that can do almost everything from setting the perfect temperature to turning down the lights. Setting up other Google Assistant built-in and third party devices is easy using the Google Home app and a Wi-Fi connection.2
"Now you can get Sony's awesome sound quality and design with the Google Assistant built-in," said Mike Fasulo, President and COO of Sony Electronics. "This functionality is another example of Sony's commitment to customer choice by delivering new and innovative technologies."
With a 360 degree, vertical two-way facing speaker system the LF-S50G wireless speaker can comfortably fill the average room1 with sound. A full range speaker clearly reproduces vocal and treble notes, a dedicated subwoofer reproduces bass sounds, and the omnidirectional two stage diffuser spreads the sound in all directions so that everyone can feel the natural bass sounds pouring out of a compact speaker while enjoying the same sound quality from anywhere in the room. The LF-S50G wireless speaker also support smartphone pairing via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and NFC.
The LF-S50G is a wireless speaker that can be used smartly in the kitchen with handy clock functionality and is IPX3 splash-proof design with a water repellant surface. The LF-S50G also supports gesture controls to begin playing music, skipping tracks, or adjusting the volume.
The LF-S50G Wireless Speaker has an MSRP of $199.99 and will be available in October 2017.
For more information on the LF-S50G please visit here. For more information and the latest news on all Sony products, please visit www.sony.com/news.
Sony audio products with Chromecast built-in include: The model HT-ST5000, HT-NT5, and HT-CT800 sound bars, model STRZA810ES, STR-DN1080, and STR-DN860 receivers, model SRS-ZR7 and SRS-ZR5 wireless speakers. All Sony Android TVs support Google Home.2
To use Google Assistant a Wi-Fi environment and Google Account are necessary, as well as consent to the Google Terms of Use and/or Privacy Policy. Users must also agree to Sony's End User License Agreement (EULA.) Software for this product is automatically updated from time to time and users cannot choose or refuse to load such automatic software updates. Network services, content and software of this product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information. Service start dates and service conditions may vary by country.
1 For example, a typical 25 by 16 foot kitchen or living room. (7.6m x 5m or 38m2)
2 Requires compatible devices connected to the same wireless home network. Download the Google Home app from the iPhone App Store or Google Play. Subject to third party app terms and conditions. User must link compatible devices in order to control operation. Once download is complete, the Google Home feature may be connected to the Sony device to access the voice control function.
SOURCE Sony Electronics
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